1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Tata Safari is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2007 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 625 kg more than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Because 2007 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230.
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1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 2007 Tata Safari | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tata |
Model | 230 | Safari |
Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |